Senior Radiation Therapist - Part-time - Danvers

The General Hospital Corporation; Danvers (MA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

The General Hospital Corporation is seeking a Radiation Therapist to assist in daily radiation therapy services and work with physicians and staff to ensure timely treatment. The role emphasizes safe treatment delivery, equipment knowledge, and collaboration with leadership to meet department goals.

Ideal candidates will have an ARRT license, 3–5 years of clinical experience, and an associate degree in Radiation Therapy; a bachelor’s degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Radiation Therapy is required; Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Radiation Therapist license (State) required and ARRT RT(T) certification required.
• 3–5 years of continuous clinical experience in radiation therapy.

Responsibilities

• Administers radiation therapy treatments accurately and safely per department policies.
• Operates and troubleshoots treatment equipment and software.
• Collaborates with Lead and Chief Radiation Therapist on new techniques and projects.
• Ensures age-appropriate care for patients from infants to elderly.
• Participates in QA program for treatment delivery and patient safety.
• Rotates to other treatment areas and assists with orientation of new staff and students.

Skills

Radiation therapy procedures

Equipment operation

Interpersonal communication

Customer service

Confidentiality

Education

Associate's Degree Radiation Therapy

Bachelor's Degree Radiation Therapy

Tools

ARIA

EPIC

ExacTrac

Eclipse

Job description

Site: The General Hospital Corporation

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries.

Job Summary

Assists in the daily operation of radiation therapy services. Interacts with the physician and all office staff members to ensure patients receive timely treatment. Communicates effectively and supports leadership in attaining department goals.

Does this position require Patient Care? Yes

Essential Functions

• Administers radiation therapy treatments accurately and safely, following departmental policies and procedures.
• Understands the function of all equipment, accessories, treatment policies, procedures, and protocols, and applies knowledge appropriately
• Works with the Lead and Chief Radiation Therapist to develop new techniques and assists with emerging technology projects.
• Demonstrate knowledge and skills to meet age-specific requirements for the population being served in their unit, including infants through elderly patients.
• Utilizes the Quality Assurance (QA) program to encompass all aspects of treatment, treatment delivery, and quality patient care.
• Rotates to other treatment areas and demonstrates the knowledge and ability to maintain skills.
• Assists with orientation, teaching, and instructing new staff, students, visitors, and other staff members who are unfamiliar with the department or specific procedures.

Qualifications

Education

Associate's Degree Radiation Therapy required or Bachelor's Degree Radiation Therapy preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

Licenses and Credentials

• Radiation Therapist [State License] required
• Radiation Therapy [R.T.(T)(ARRT)] - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) required

Experience

Continuous clinical experience 3-5 years required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrate efficient knowledge of all equipment operation, tools, and procedures specific to the assigned area, and effectively troubleshoot issues as they arise.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal professional relationships with physicians, management, peers, patients, and their families.
• Demonstrate strong customer service skills, including the ability to use appropriate judgment, independent thinking, and creativity when resolving issues and conflicts.
• Must have to ability to handle sensitive and confidential patient information.
• Must be proficient in the use of the Radiation Oncology Information Systems and software and Hospital Information Systems that integrate with the Department of Radiation Oncology, including, but not limited to: ARIA, EPIC, ExacTrac, and Eclipse.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

• Remote Type
  Onsite
• Work Location
  102 Endicott Street
• Scheduled Weekly Hours
  20
• Employee Type
  Regular
• Work Shift
  Day (United States of America)
• Pay Range
  $53.05 - $57.59/Hourly
• Grade
  6

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

EEO Statement

1200 The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans